Note: Please use the format outlined below, including the headers provided in bold, for the memo.

To: $[$Decision Maker Name$($s$)$ and title$($s$)]$

From: $[$Your name and title$]$

Date: $[$Today$\text{'}$s Date$]$

Subject: $[$Request to conduct research and report on$...]$

Summary

In a few sentences, explain why you are writing your memo. Specifically ask permission to research your topic and write a report about it$.$

What the problem is and why it needs to be investigated

In a few paragraphs describe the problem you are writing about and explain why you want to do research and write a report about the problem and solutions you will propose.

Secondary research you will conduct

In a few sentences, discuss the research you will conduct using the UMGC library. Remember to mention both trade $($professional$)$ sources and scholarly sources.

Benefits of your research and your report's recommendations

In a few paragraphs discuss why your research the report you write will benefit your audience and provide possible solutions to the problem you are investigating.

Conclusion

In a few sentences repeat your request for permission to do research and write a report on your topic. Mention the benefits that your work will offer in providing possible solutions to a known problem in your workplace or community.